Lola Benko, Treasure Hunter (1)

I’m absolutely loving this authors books. She creates the most amazing characters, friendships, plots, & dialogue. Having a world-traversing archaeologist dad means 12-year-old Lola Benko is used to moving around & not putting down roots anywhere. But every day & every hunt for something hidden is an adventure, & no matter what, she & her dad are an unbeatable team. Then her father disappears. The official story is that he was caught in a flash flood, but Lola’s research shows the day in question was perfectly pleasant. And it will take more than empty reassurances from suspect strangers for Lola to give up on her dad. She has a feeling his disappearance has to do with a mythical stone he was studying—a stone so powerful, it could control the world. But in the wrong hands, it could end it, too. With the help of some new friends at her school, it’s up to Lola to go on the most important hunt of her life. Lola is like a young Indiana Jones lol I absolutely loved her. I loved the friendship she makes as well. Her & Jin especially have such a great dynamic together, & they both brought so much to the friendship for the other. Jin has my heart..as does Zeus lol. Highly recommend. Another BEAUTIFUL cover by the amazing Fiona Hsieh as well.💜

Lola is hilarious, brave, and determined to find her father at all costs. The story is full of twists and turns right up to its splashy end. More please!

Excellent read!Dennis D.

A young girl sets out to find her missing father and finds friends and adventure in the process in Beth McMullen’s Lola Benko, Treasure Hunter.Lola Benko, Treasure Hunter is such an enjoyable read. Beth McMullen’s characters, especially Lola, are well-developed and a joy to follow. Their capers are just the right mix of danger, adventure, mystery and humor.What I appreciated the most, though, was McMullen’s ability to make something that should be implausible seem perfectly normal. Even as an adult, I didn’t question the plot, I just ran with it. It was a blast.I wish Lola Benko, Treasure Hunter had been released a few weeks ago. With school starting up, there will be less time for “fun” reading, and that’s a shame. This book is just the escape readers have been looking for.On the other hand, it’s a good option for any “free reading” teachers may offer/require, and it also would make a great birthday, holiday or just because gift.This is the first book in a planned series, and I can’t wait to read more of Lola’s adventures.*Review based on advanced copy provided by publisher in exchange for my honest opinion.

This book is the perfect adventure for middle grade readers. Fast-paced, action-packed, and lots of fun. I love that Beth McMullen's books suspend reality just a little bit and the shenanigans never stop. Who knew 13 year olds could save the world and defeat millionaire villains? Kids will eat it up. Lola's actions are over the top, but make for a great adventure! This books sets up for a great series with Lola's newfound friends as a fabulous, STEM-designing, magical-artifact-finding team. The dialogue is witty and 7th grade characters appeal to the older middle grade audience. The length is manageable for a variety of readers. I look forward to more in this series. #LitReviewCrew

Thank you to the author for sharing a copy with Collabookation.I loved- and more importantly, I predict kids with love- Lola Benko, Treasure Hunter. Fast-paced, fun adventures with a touch of introspection too. Lola knows, despite being told the contrary, that her father was NOT killed of his most recent mission. But in her quest to find and rescue him, she uncovers a sinister plot to dominate the world.Lola is hilarious, and even though she’s never really had friends, she learns a lot about what friendship means during her adventures.I plan on recommending Lola Benko to students who love adventures - and I’m hoping there are more Lola adventures to come!

Great book! Very interesting characters! Easy to read.